Russian player Anastasia Potapova, ranked World No. 39 on the WTA tour, successfully navigated her first-round match at the Madrid tournament, defeating World No. 35 Ashlyn Krueger of the United States. The final score was 6/7(7), 6/4, 6/2 in favor of the Russian.
The encounter between the two competitors lasted for 2 hours and 11 minutes. This victory marks the first time Potapova and Krueger have faced each other on the court, giving Potapova a 1-0 lead in their head-to-head record.
Match Statistics:
| Category | Potapova | Krueger |
|---|---|---|
| Aces | 0 | 2 |
| Double Faults | 8 | 5 |
| Breaks Won | 6 | 4 |
| Total Points Won | 106 | 87 |
A key turning point occurred in the second set when Potapova was trailing 2-4, demonstrating significant resolve to turn the match around. For a place in the third round of the prestigious Mutua Madrid Open, she is set to compete against China`s Zheng Qinwen.
